SABOR Announces Nominees for 2021 Board of Directors
The slate of nominees for SABOR’s 2021 Board of Directors will be presented on July 30 at the virtual General Membership Meeting. Read more
Community Service Member Spotlight: Legend of the Southside
REALTOR® Beatrice Briseño Carreon has spent decades helping families make the Southside their home. A REALTOR® for 25 years, and a SABOR member just as long, Beatrice’s dedication to building community in her neighborhood earned her the South San Antonio Chamber of Commerce’s “Legend of the Southside” honor last November which recognized her 20 years of service to the community.
Update on SABOR Service Center Location
In 2015, SABOR opened its Service Center in Selma in an effort to have a permanent location to offer classes and other support to members in this area. Read more
Communicating with Clients About the Current Market
The housing market has stayed busy, even during the pandemic. Here are some resources you can use to communicate with your clients to let them know real estate is still open for business. Read more
60 Day “Right to Cure” Ordinance Does Not Pass San Antonio City Council
On Thursday, May 14, San Antonio City Council voted against a 60-Day “Right to Cure” Ordinance by a vote of 5-6. This ordinance would have required a residential landlord to provide a notice of proposed eviction to residential tenants prior to a notice to vacate for failure to pay rent. The proposal would have given the tenant 60 days to cure any delinquent payments, prior to a landlord giving a tenant a notice to vacate. A similar measure has passed in the cities of Austin, Dallas, and San Marcos.
SABOR opposed the passage of the ordinance for multiple reasons, including legal concerns and the adverse impact it would have on landlords and property owners.
Along with the dialogue and engagement between SABOR staff, members, and City Council behind the scenes, SABOR also launched a Call-for-Action on Monday, May 11. In only two days, 632 members took action by contacting their councilmembers on the issue – a response rate of 6%.
At City Hall on the day of the vote, there were over 100 REALTORS® and Property Managers in attendance, wearing their face coverings and armed with folders full of talking points. They shared emotional and real-life testimonies about the impact the ordinance would have on their business as small-time business owners.
Ultimately, the actions taken yesterday by SABOR members and in the weeks-long build up to the vote directly changed the outcome of the vote.
SABOR is gratified by the Council’s decision yesterday and will continue to work with the City to address housing issues fairly and equitably as they arise from COVID-19.
New connectMLS Feature: Live Stream Open Houses
We’ve added live streaming as an additional way for REALTORS® to do open houses and tours. Learn more in this quick video. If you have any questions, please contact support@sabor.com. Read more
Resources for Tenants and Landlords During COVID-19
COVID-19 has put tremendous pressures on everyone including landlords and tenants. With orders from the federal, state and local governments impacting property owners and renters, it can be a challenge to know what to expect as well as the resources available. Read more
Bexar County and San Antonio Executive Orders Extended Through June 4
May 19, 2020 — Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff and San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg issued Executive Orders yesterday evening. These additional measures will take effect as of 12:01 a.m. on May 19 and continue through June 4, 2020, unless extended, modified, or terminated early by the County Judge or by City Council. Read more
Update on SABOR Operations
As restrictions are lifting, SABOR is looking at our own operations and what a transition back to the building will look like. SABOR’s priority will continue to be the health and safety of our members and staff, and this will be an important part of every decision made. At this time, SABOR is planning to have the staff transition back to the building over the next four weeks. There will not be an interruption in services to you. Having staff in the office is only to help SABOR increase our capacity for the phone calls and member inquiries the staff can assist with. Read more
Restrictions Continuing to Lift Statewide as More Businesses Re-Open
On May 18, Gov. Abbott announced his next wave of reopenings designed to restart the Texas economy during the coronavirus pandemic, saying child care facilities can reopen immediately and bars can open Friday (May 22) with 25% occupancy limits. Abbott also said he would permit restaurants to operate at 50% capacity starting Friday (May 22), up from 25% that’s allowed now.
